With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following pairs: 1. Parivrajaka — Renunciant and Wanderer 2. Shramana — Priest with a high status 3. Upasaka — Lay follower of Buddhism Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
A1 and 2 only
B1 and 3 only
C2 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 1 and 3 only
UPSC CSE Prelims 2020 (GS-I, Set A), Q.71. Official answer key: B.
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